Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Rockford, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$51.79
61.8%Above national average
Range: $49.32 – $54.25
Average Annual Pay
$107,715
61.8%Above national average
Range: $102,586 – $112,844
How much do Detectives and Criminal Investigators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$44.02/hr
Range: $41.92 – $46.11
Annual Rate
$91,558
Range: $87,198 – $95,917
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$51.79/hr
Range: $49.32 – $54.25
Annual Rate
$107,715
Range: $102,586 – $112,844
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$59.56/hr
Range: $56.72 – $62.39
Annual Rate
$123,872
Range: $117,974 – $129,771
Detectives and Criminal Investigators job description
Detectives and Criminal Investigators professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
